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Exploring Digital and Information Technology

Grades: 6 - 12

Exploring Digital and Information Technology sets students up for success by providing them with a framework to navigate the Information Technology landscape. Each chapter builds a foundation of knowledge and reason by engaging students in topics ranging from computer hardware and software to digital citizenship and artificial intelligence. Exploratory CTE program designed for secondary students interested in an IT or digital career.


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Explore the world of computing

Exploring Digital and Information Technology brings order to the ever-evolving world of computing by giving students foundational experience in the technology essential to their futures: computer hardware, operating systems, common business applications, digital citizenship, artificial intelligence, and more. Students explore the vast landscape of computing while doing hands-on activities to start building foundational skills.

  • Modular design: Content is scaffolded, organized in a logical progression, and modular to provide teachers with great flexibility.
  • Future-proof content: Students gain a deep understanding of the technology they use every day and what they will use for career success.
  • Teaching support: Teachers have exemplary support with a Teacher’s Edition, presentation materials, discussion prompts, and more.
  • Empowering digital: An adaptive Smartbook, assessments, and simulations power student learning, while bonus resources support career exploration and durable skills. Teacher resources streamline lesson prep and strengthen instruction.
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  • Chapter 1: Computer Hardware
  • Chapter 2: Computer Software
  • Chapter 3: Computer Input
  • Chapter 4: Computer Output
  • Chapter 5: Computer Storage
  • Chapter 6: Windows 10
  • Chapter 7: Windows 11
  • Chapter 8: Mac OS
  • Chapter 9: Networking and Connecting to the Internet
  • Chapter 10: Internet Research
  • Chapter 11: Digital Citizenship
  • Chapter 12: Computer Security
  • Chapter 13: Computers in Business
  • Chapter 14: File Management
  • Chapter 15: Databases
  • Chapter 16: Spreadsheets
  • Chapter 17: Programming
  • Chapter 18: Web Design and Development
  • Chapter 19: Emerging Technologies
  • Chapter 20: Artificial Intelligence